The bill, H.B. No. 4984, amends certain provisions of the Property Code related to mechanic's, contractor's, or materialman's liens in Texas. It introduces new language to clarify the determination of deadlines for providing notice or taking required actions under the chapter, specifically stating that if the deadline falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday, the period is extended to the next business day. Additionally, the bill updates the language regarding the time of inception of a lien, specifying that it is based on the date of recording an affidavit of lien and that the priority of such liens is determined by this recording date.

Furthermore, the bill replaces outdated references to specific subsections of Section 53.021, ensuring that the current terminology is used for clarity and consistency. It also emphasizes that a lien created under the updated subsections is not valid against a grantee or purchaser who acquires an interest in the property before the lien's inception. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote from both houses or on September 1, 2025, if such a vote is not achieved.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Property Code 53.003, Property Code 53.124 (Property Code 53)
House Committee Report: Property Code 53.003, Property Code 53.124 (Property Code 53)